The Ipswich and Suffolk Muslim Council (ISMC) is the umbrella organisation of Muslims in Ipswich and Suffolk. It aims to promote cooperation, consensus and unity on Muslim affairs, and to establish a position for the Muslim community within British society that is fair and based on due rights. The ISMC is dedicated to the common good of the society and to the betterment of the Muslim community. In addtion we provide the community with information on local mosques, events and resources that are accessible through this site.

The emergence of the ISMC is a natural expression of Muslim solidarity and a sign of growing maturity and confidence of Muslims within Ipswich and Suffolk. It is an initiative of the community, led by the community, for the service of the community.

The ISMC will give practical shape and expression to the ties of faith and community that naturally bring Muslims of all social and cultural backgrounds together. It also brings people form various schools of thought and political outlooks together. It is an inclusive body that deals with issues in a practical, informed and rational manner.

The ISMC’s approach to dealing with civic affairs is one of participation, not agitation. In dealing with government, it is one of constructive engagement. This means that the ISMC strives to deal with problems and influence policies and outcomes through principled and effective participation, in conformity with Islamic norms and standards.